The pause of silence on the other side of the phone was deafening, but Minami soon responded.
[...Your wish? I had thought we already sorted that matter out, Truthseeker...]
Her timbre sounded wary, rich with prudence. I expected her to act like this; as if it was something long and gone.
Of course, even if she didn't realise it, the reality was different.
[Really? I recall otherwise. When exactly did I make my wish? What exactly did I wish for? You tell me, Minami Mochizuki.]
Indeed, we eventually came to work together as business partners through a contract, but that was separate from my wish, was it not? I had yet to claim the promised wish, and that was exactly my purpose this time.
Another brief period of silence passed before I heard her voice again; this time, in a tone most grave.
[I see. If that's the case, I naturally have no intention of turning you down. Unless, of course, your request is something preposterous?]
